Sample letter to request MSDS.  [copy of same letter can be used
for second request..."Second request should be displayed and you should change date]
You are required to keep copies of these letters on file.  It will prove beneficial to
you to do so.  If in the process an inspector arrives on your doorstep.  You have proof
you have indeed asked for the required information and MSDS.
It is the LAW that all suppliers or manufacturers supply you with Material Safety
Data Sheets upon request.
Don't let some sales person cause you a problem.  Ask for the supervisor or manager
and tell them you require a MSDS sheet.
 
 

Company letterhead

XYZ Company
address
city, State, Zip

Dear Sir or Madam:

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration's Hazard Communication
Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) requires that suppliers provide Material Safety
Data Sheets (MSDS) for chemicals that may pose a hazard in the workplace.

I purchased hazardous chemicals from your company on   DATE ; however, I
have not received the required MSDS for the following products:

                Product Name                             Quantity Purchased
 
           [1]
           [2]
           [3]
 

Thank you for your immediate cooperation.  If there is any difficulty in providing
this information, please contact us immediately.
 

Sincerely,
 

[name of person assigned to this position]
 

Hazard Communication Coordinator

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